LG revists tablets with G Pad 8.3 (pictures)

With a high-resolution screen, quad-core processor, and microSD support, the G Pad brings the goods to the tablet ring.

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LG's 8.3-inch G Pad tablet

The LG G Pad 8.3 is a (you guessed it) 8.3-inch tablet with a $349.99 price tag. Though LG has been out of the tablet game for a while, the tablet's specs are comparable to today's competition, like its Snapdragon 600 processor and high-resolution screen.

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Portable and light

The device measures 8.54-inches tall, 4.98-inches wide, and 0.33-inches thick. Positioned vertically, it's easy to hold with one hand. My CNET UK colleague, Andrew Hoyle, was even able to slide it into his inner blazer pocket, and at 0.74 pounds (or 11.8 ounces), its also relatively lightweight.

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Hand me the remote

On the device's top edge you'll find an infrared blaster, seen here on the left. In conjunction with the QuickRemote app, the IR blaster turns the G Pad into a universal remote for things like TVs, DVD players, and projectors.

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Ho-hum cameras, as expected

The tablet has a 1.3-megapixel camera, as well as a 5-megapixel rear-facing camera (seen here). Some features for both cameras include a voice-activated shutter, geotagging, and different scene modes. Video capabilities include pausing and taking still photos while recording, and 1080p full-HD shooting for the rear camera.

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Bigger value on Verizon

However, if you're a Verizon customer, the G Pad 8.3 is more appealing. Priced at $199.99 on-contract, it's one of the cheapest tablets on the carrier. Furthermore, the Nexus 7 is $50 more expensive than the G Pad on Verizon whether users agree to a two-year contract or not.